Patty Lane

The threat of a U.S. debt default looms but what does it mean to San Diegans. We break it down and also look back in history to find out how did we get here?

Sharks: Many fear them - others are fascinated by the ocean's top predator.

Are immigration issues in Norway feeding extremism? The attack in Norway, killing at least 76 people, sent shock waves around the world. Details about the suspected killer are still emerging but his actions appear to be motivated in part by anti-Muslim beliefs. Could something like this happen here? We'll get local reaction from San Diego's Norwegian Consul and find out how bigoted beliefs become terrorist acts.

Southern California Edison plans to transport low-level radioactive material through the region. What do you need to know? We talk to Edison's chief nuclear officer to talk about the safety of the transport and U.S. plant safety in light of the Fukushima incident.

Restrictions on medical marijuana collectives are before the San Diego City Council today - and the matter could end up before voters. Advocates gathered enough signatures to qualify for a referendum. The city council takes up the issue at a meeting today.

Del Mar Racetrack opens today but the economy is affecting the number of California horses participating.